Comoros

Medical cannabis is prohibited in Comoros. Severe criminal penalties may apply for possession, use, or trafficking.

The Comoros archipelago prohibits cannabis under its penal code and drug control regulations. As a small island nation in the Mozambique Channel, Comoros maintains strict anti-drug policies influenced by Islamic law and French colonial legal traditions. Cannabis use and cultivation are criminal offenses, with no active reform movements.

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Regulator

Ministry of Justice; National Gendarmerie; Ministry of Health

Key Legislation

Comorian Penal Code; Law No. 95-012 on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances

Year Legalized

N/A

Program Size

N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

Cannabis possession and use are criminal offenses under the Comorian penal code, with penalties including fines and imprisonment
Drug trafficking carries enhanced prison sentences of up to 10 years, with seizure of assets related to drug crimes
As a predominantly Muslim nation, cultural and religious norms strongly oppose cannabis and other intoxicant use
The Comoros is a transit point for drug trafficking routes between East Africa and Madagascar, prompting periodic enforcement operations
There are no known legislative proposals, advocacy organizations, or public movements for cannabis reform in Comoros

Key Legislation

Comorian Penal Code; Law No. 95-012 on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Justice; National Gendarmerie; Ministry of Health

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

Africa

Tier

Tier 4 — Prohibited

Status

Cannabis — Prohibited

Sources

Government of the Union of the Comoros

Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis regulations change frequently. Always verify with official sources and local legal counsel before making compliance decisions.